Some of the world's most interesting animals-lions, cheetahs, and bison-live on grasslands. These fragile ecosystems are often taken for granted and have been nearly wiped out in many places around the world. This colorful book introduces readers to this fascinating but constantly threatened landscape.

Includes index.

What are grasslands? -- Grasslands of the world -- The Canadian Prairies -- The American Prairies -- The Eurasian Steppe -- Mountain grasslands -- South American Pampas -- The Llanos -- The African Savannah -- The Sahel -- The Veld -- The Australian Savannah -- Grasslands in danger.